Free AAT Level 2 Bookkeeping Course in Barking. Classes run at KBM Training And Recruitment Barking on weekends, so you can study on Saturdays or Sundays without giving up your working week. This level 2 AAT bookkeeping qualification covers double-entry bookkeeping, accounting documents, transactions, ledgers, and credit notes. The two units are Introduction to Bookkeeping and Principles of Bookkeeping Controls. The course takes around 2 months full-time. You'll also have the option to top up to the full AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting by completing two further units. Entry requirements include GCSEs at a good level.
Who this course is for
KBM Training and Recruitment with the collaboration of KBM Chartered Certified Accountants & Registered Auditors and Institute of Financial Accountants, offers accounting work experience and AAT qualifications. The AAT Level 2 Certificate in Bookkeeping is a short qualification to help students develop essential bookkeeping skills. Once completed, they will have developed an understanding of basic accounting practices and techniques including double-entry bookkeeping.
Entry requirements
GCSE at good levels and in relevant job role to be able to complete all units required
What you will learn
You'll apply the double-entry bookkeeping system to record financial transactions accurately.
You'll process sales invoices and credit notes.
You'll enter transactions into the appropriate books and ledgers.
You'll work with associated accounting documents and understand how they fit together.
You'll check transactions for accuracy and correct errors.
You'll understand the principles of bookkeeping controls.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at KBM Training And Recruitment Barking over weekend sessions. Learning is practical and hands-on, with training linked to real accounting work. Assessment for the AAT Foundation Certificate in Bookkeeping is by computer-based exams set and marked by AAT. You'll sit exams for both units: Introduction to Bookkeeping and Principles of Bookkeeping Controls.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. KBM Training And Recruitment Barking will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Bookkeeper: record and maintain financial transactions for a business.
Accounts assistant: support the finance team with day-to-day bookkeeping.
Purchase ledger clerk: process supplier invoices and payments.
Sales ledger clerk: manage customer invoices and receipts.
Payroll administrator: handle employee pay records and calculations.
Finance administrator: general financial admin across a range of sectors.
What you could study next
AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting: add two further units (Principles of Costing and The Business Environment) to broaden your accounting knowledge beyond bookkeeping.
AAT Level 3 Certificate in Accounting: the next step for those wanting to move into more senior finance roles, covering financial statements, tax, and management accounting.
AAT Level 4 Professional Diploma in Accounting: prepares you for roles such as finance manager or management accountant.
